Continental WinterContact TS 870 P vs Hankook Winter i cept evo3
The TS 870 P consistently excels in dry and wet control, comfort, noise, and efficiency, often ranking near the top for braking and handling with class-leading rolling resistance. The Hankook counters with strong aquaplaning reserves, competitive wet stopping, and repeatedly superior performance on ice and in several snow metrics-while undercutting Continental on purchase price and predicted mileage in multiple test programs.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been sixteen tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Continental WinterContact TS 870 P | twelve | |
| Hankook Winter i cept evo3 | three | |
| one draws in one tests | ||
While it might look like the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P is better than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading rolling resistance; frequent test best (up to ~10-19% advantage vs Hankook)
- Consistently strong dry and wet braking/handling with precise control
- Lowest external noise and higher comfort scores across most tests
- Balanced snow performance with reliable handling and braking
- Excellent aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved) and strong wet security
- Better ice performance (braking/traction) in multiple tests
- Often stronger on snow braking/traction; confident winter feel
- Significantly better value and, in some tests, longer predicted mileage
Dry Braking
Looking at data from thirteen tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during nine dry braking tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P stopped the vehicle in 0.88% less distance than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Dry Braking: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during four dry handling [s] tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was 0.46% faster around a lap than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from eight tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during five dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was 0.62% faster around a lap than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 scored 0.44% more points than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from sixteen tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during nine wet braking tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P stopped the vehicle in 0.36% less distance than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Wet Braking: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Wet Braking - Cool
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during two wet braking - cool tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P stopped the vehicle in 3.01% less distance than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Wet Braking - Cool: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 stopped the vehicle in 1.32% less distance than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during three wet handling [s] tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was 1.16% faster around a wet lap than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from eight tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during four wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was 0.18% faster around a wet lap than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 scored 1.3% more points than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 had 1.57% higher lateral wet grip than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Wet Circle: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from thirteen tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during eight straight aqua tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 floated at a 1.05% higher speed than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Straight Aqua: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from eleven tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during nine curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 slipped out at a 1.72% higher speed than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Snow Braking
Looking at data from sixteen tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during six snow braking tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P stopped the vehicle in 0.17% less distance than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Snow Braking: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during three snow traction tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 accelerated 2.07% faster than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Snow Traction: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Snow Traction
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during four snow traction tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P had 0.87% better snow traction than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Snow Traction: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Snow Handling [s]
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during three snow handling [s] tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was 0.93% faster around a lap than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Snow Handling [s]: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from eight tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during five snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was 0.86% faster around a lap than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Subj. Snow Handling
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during two subj. snow handling tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 scored 2.56% more points than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Subj. Snow Handling: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Snow Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during one snow circle tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P provided 1.38% more lateral grip than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Snow Circle: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Snow Slalom
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during seven snow slalom tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was 2.72% faster through a slalom than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Snow Slalom: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Ice Braking
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during two ice braking tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 stopped the vehicle 7.73% shorter than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Ice Braking: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Ice Traction
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during one ice traction tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 accelerated 12.97% faster than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Ice Traction: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during five subj. comfort tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P scored 5.78% more points than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Noise
Looking at data from twelve tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during twelve noise tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P measured 3.16% quieter than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Noise: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Wear
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during two wear tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 is predicted to cover 11.93% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Wear: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Value
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during three value tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 proved to have a 20.77% better value based on price/1000km than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Value: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Price
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during six price tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 cost 24.61% less than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Price: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from twelve tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during eleven rolling resistance tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P had a 8.81% lower rolling resistance than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P used 1.75% less fuel than the Hankook Winter i cept evo3.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 emitted 6.67% less particle wear matter than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.
Best In Abrasion: Hankook Winter i cept evo3
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Real World Driver Reviews
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P very highly, praising its outstanding wet grip and braking, strong snow traction, stable high-speed behavior, and quiet, comfortable ride. Many note predictable handling and good wear/longevity, with some EV owners highlighting low noise and rolling resistance. A minority mention softer steering feel and less sharp dry handling, and several point out a high price. One outlier reports poor snow/ice performance, which contrasts with the overwhelmingly positive winter feedback from others.
Based on 25 reviews with an average rating of 87%
Hankook Winter i cept evo3 Driver Reviews
Most drivers report that the Hankook Winter i cept evo3 delivers excellent grip and confident handling in wet, dry, and snow, with many praising stability, aquaplaning resistance, and overall comfort/noise at highway speeds. Snow traction is frequently highlighted as a strong point, and several users note good value for money. A minority mention average/longer dry braking, modest sportiness, faster wear in harsh use, and occasional comfort/noise concerns. Overall sentiment is strongly positive given the high share of 80%+ reviews.
Based on 20 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Conclusion
The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 offers standout value and winter-road security. It repeatedly tops aquaplaning tests, matches or narrowly trails in wet braking, and has the edge on ice and often in snow braking/traction-while typically costing less and, in some tests, promising higher mileage. Its trade-offs are higher noise, slightly weaker comfort, and less efficiency.
Bottom line: Continental for balanced, efficient, quiet all-round performance and regular wet/dry commuting; Hankook for drivers prioritizing snow/ice confidence and strong aquaplaning safety at a keener price.
Key Differences
- Efficiency: Continental repeatedly posts the lowest rolling resistance; Hankook is higher.
- Noise/Comfort: Continental is notably quieter and more comfortable; Hankook is louder.
- Aquaplaning: Hankook leads straight/curved aquaplaning in most tests; Continental trails here.
- Ice: Hankook outperforms Continental on ice braking and traction.
- Dry/Wet Control: Continental more consistently wins dry/wet handling and often wet braking; gaps are usually small.
- Value/Longevity: Hankook is cheaper and often shows higher predicted mileage; Continental commands a premium price.
Overall Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.